Bolton Fans Doubt O'Brien

Last Updated : 17-Aug-2007 by
Sammy Lee admits he is worried about Bolton's start to the Barclays Premier League season, and it has not been helped by the Bolton fans doubting O'Brien's ability.

Former Newcastle defender Andy O'Brien could come into contention against his old club Portsmouth on Saturday.

The Republic of Ireland international missed out in midweek with doubts about his fitness. However, Lee may decide O'Brien's experience will be vital against Portsmouth.

Lee takes his side to Fratton Park on the back of two successive defeats against Newcastle and Fulham.

It was hardly what former Liverpool coach Lee was looking for in his first spell in management. But he is determined to turn things around starting at Fratton Park this weekend.

Lee: "Nobody likes losing and I certainly don't but you just have to keep cracking away.

"Losing erodes away at your confidence. I am concerned but I know full well I have to pick the lads up again.

"Hopefully we will turn a corner. We have some time to to address it and get everything right for the weekend."

2001/2005 A.O'Brien 157/15 7

Another of Bobby Robson's signings, £2m.

Came from Bradford City when they were sure to be relegated, but did a good job regardless of the price.

Andy, like his name-sake Liam, goes into folklore having scored against the Mackems.

Republic of Ireland international.

Signed for Portsmouth in 2005 after signing a new contract with the Toon.